He began learning to play the piano and guitar from an early age and wrote his first song at 15, marking the start of his music journey.

In 2005, he graduated from the University of Auckland with a bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts,[2] specializing in Popular Music, and also studied jazz piano.

[4] After completing his one-year mandatory military service in 2009 and following his father’s recovery, Chang left home due to his family’s opposition to his pursuit of a music career.

[2] In 2012, Chang appeared in commercials for CPC Corporation and Asia-Pacific Interactive Service,[5] which led to his discovery by producer Angie Chai.

[8] The intense chemistry between Chang and Sung greatly contributed to the drama’s popularity, solidifying them as a beloved on-screen pair.

[11] In 2021, Chang made a surprise cameo appearance in Giddens Ko’s film Till We Meet Again, playing the college “senior” of Vivian Sung’s character.

In 2022, Chang was hospitalized for 11 days due to a collapsed lung, requiring emergency treatment and an extended recovery period.

[14] After making a full recovery in 2024, Chang attended a press conference in Tokyo, Japan, for his upcoming black comedy miniseries A Controversial Entertainer [zh], slated for release in 2025.

[17] Chang has also contributed to the soundtracks of his television series, with notable songs including “Lose to You,” “Tonight I’m Here,” and “Talk to Me” from Lost Romance.